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Chinese Firms Now Hold Stakes In Over A Dozen European Ports
China's expansion into European ports is part of its new Maritime Silk Road, which aims to better connect the country to global commercial hubs. But this is about more than just moving cargo.
Supplies For Those Recovering From Earthquake In Indonesia Are Coming, But Slowly
As recovery from the Indonesian earthquake and tsunami stretches into a second week, more supplies are making their way to the disaster zone. But that doesn't mean the aid is reaching areas most in need.
Why Secretary Of State Pompeo's Latest Trip To Asia Was Remarkable In 2 Ways
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has spent the past few days traveling in East Asia. He left Beijing on Monday after visiting Japan, North and South Korea, and China.
Vatican's Meeting Of Bishops Is Overshadowed By Abuse Allegations
As the Catholic Church deals with new sex-abuse revelations, the pope opened a three-week gathering of bishops in Rome Saturday on how to make the Church relevant for young people.
The View From Istanbul On Missing Saudi Journalist Jamal Khashoggi
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Reuters Turkey Bureau Chief Dominic Evans about the latest on Turkish officials' accusation that Saudi Arabia killed a Saudi journalist in its consulate in Turkey.
A New Chinese-Funded Railway In Kenya Sparks Debt-Trap Fears
China has become the biggest lender on the African continent. The Nairobi-to-Mombasa railway is a symbol of Kenya's ambitions. But critics say China is saddling Kenya with unsustainable debt.
Ancient Maya: Astrologists, Farmers ... And Salt Entrepreneurs?
Evidence from a site in Belize shows the Maya not only had large-scale salt-producing operations along the coast, they were also using salt to preserve fish for their extensive trade networks.
Romanian Referendum To Ban Same-Sex Marriage Fails
In failing to meet the minimum turnout, voters rejected a constitutional amendment championed by religious groups that would have defined marriage as between a man and a woman.
Climate Report Warns Of Extreme Weather, Displacement of Millions Without Action
A scientific panel, convened by the U.N., lays out a challenging path to keep the global climate from warming more than 1.5 degrees Celsius — the red line for dangerous consequences.